Abstract: A method of operating a multi-variable process comprises deriving a multi-dimensional representation of the process variables according to individual co-ordinate axes, defining a feasible region of the process variables by selecting from an accumulation of historical sets of values of all the variables, obtained from multiple operations of the process, to define an operational envelope containing a set of data points for which the product qualities are within predetermined limits, calculating the convex hull of this set of data points, determining an interior hypercube inside the convex hull, the interior hypercube having sides that are parallel to each axis, and then operating the process with the process variables as defined within the interior hypercube.

Abstract: In some implementations, a device may determine that a computing environment is to be deployed. The computing environment may be associated with an infrastructure configuration. The device may obtain, from a repository, one or more definition files for the infrastructure configuration. The repository may include definition files associated with multiple infrastructure configurations. The device may cause deployment of the computing environment based on the one or more definition files.

Abstract: In some implementations, a device may determine that a computing environment is to be deployed. The computing environment may be associated with an infrastructure configuration. The device may obtain, from a repository, one or more definition files for the infrastructure configuration. The repository may include definition files associated with multiple infrastructure configurations. The device may cause deployment of the computing environment based on the one or more definition files.

Abstract: In some implementations, a device may determine that a computing environment is to be deployed. The computing environment may be associated with an infrastructure configuration. The device may obtain, from a repository, one or more definition files for the infrastructure configuration. The repository may include definition files associated with multiple infrastructure configurations. The device may cause deployment of the computing environment based on the one or more definition files.

Abstract: In some implementations, a device may determine that a computing environment is to be deployed. The computing environment may be associated with an infrastructure configuration. The device may obtain, from a repository, one or more definition files for the infrastructure configuration. The repository may include definition files associated with multiple infrastructure configurations. The device may cause deployment of the computing environment based on the one or more definition files.

Abstract: A cosmetic kit includes a composition that includes a wax emulsion and a polymer. The kit further includes an applicator with a plurality of bristles. At least one of the bristles is made of a thermoplastic elastomer having a hardness in a range of 32 shore D to 38 shore D. Also disclosed is a method of applying a cosmetic compound. The method includes the step of depositing the cosmetic compound on an applicator, wherein the composition includes a wax emulsion and a polymer. The applicator includes a plurality of bristles, and at least one of the bristles is formed from a thermoplastic elastomer having a hardness in a range of 32 shore D to 38 shore D. The method further includes the step of brushing the applicator against a keratin fiber to transfer the cosmetic compound from the applicator to the keratin fiber.

Abstract: A mascara packaging set includes a container with a wiper having an aperture and a mascara composition stored within the container. The mascara composition includes a wax emulsion, at least one polymer, and fibers and has a viscosity in a range of 10,000 cps to 20,000 cps. The kit also includes an applicator configured to extend into the container through the aperture. The applicator has an elongate core and bristles extending radially therefrom. At least one of the bristles is formed from a thermoplastic elastomer having a hardness in the range of 32 shore D to 38 shore D. The bristles form rows along the core in an axial direction, wherein rows of a first pair of adjacent rows are spaced farther apart from each other in a circumferential direction than a second pair of adjacent rows. The first pair of adjacent rows define a reservoir.

Abstract: In some implementations, a device may determine that a computing environment is to be deployed. The computing environment may be associated with an infrastructure configuration. The device may obtain, from a repository, one or more definition files for the infrastructure configuration. The repository may include definition files associated with multiple infrastructure configurations. The device may cause deployment of the computing environment based on the one or more definition files.

Abstract: A flexible handle for makeup applicator, in particular a mascara applicator enables a sweeping motion of a mascara brush with just a gesture from the fingertips. An apparatus for applying mascara to eyelashes includes a stem having a longitudinal stem axis with a first end and a second end, an applicator head coupled to the second end of the stem, a flexible handle coupled to the first end of the stem. The flexible handle includes a first part made of a semi-rigid material and a second part made of a flexible material. The flexible handle is of a structure that inhibits twisting while being bent in either of two directions.

Abstract: Described herein is a cosmetic system for applying a cosmetic composition including a cosmetic applicator and a cosmetic composition, where the cosmetic applicator includes a container configured to store the cosmetic composition, an applicator head having a non-linear shape with a proximal end and a distal end, and a slit along an axis of the applicator head, the distal end connected to the container.

Abstract: A door security apparatus is disclosed herein. The door security apparatus comprises a sleeve member, a door engagement member and a spacer, and is configured to engage a double-lever arm door closer to allow for the locking of a door from the inside. The apparatus further comprises a locking mechanism for keeping the apparatus attached to the door closer. The door engagement member is configured to engage the top edge of a door, the sleeve member is configured to slidably engage the double-lever arm door closer, and the spacer is configured to connect the door engagement member and the sleeve member.

Abstract: According to some embodiments, a securities order trading system may determine, during a trading session, one or more attributes of an order destination. The attribute or attributes may be other than a price quoted or a size of an order booked on an order destination. The trading system may also determine during the trading session, and based on the order destination attribute or attributes, at least one of whether to route an order to the order destination, and a proportion of the order to allocate to the order destination.

Abstract: Described herein is a cosmetic system for applying a cosmetic composition including a cosmetic applicator and a cosmetic composition, where the cosmetic applicator includes a container configured to store the cosmetic composition, an applicator head having a non-linear shape with a proximal end and a distal end, and a slit along an axis of the applicator head, the distal end connected to the container.

Abstract: A surgical device includes a member having first and second opposing surfaces. The member includes an intermediate portion in which the first surface has a recessed surface portion. The intermediate portion defines a hole extending from the recessed surface portion to the second surface. End portions extend from the intermediate portion, and each end portion defines a hole extending from the first surface to the second surface. The member has a tapered surface portion on the second surface. The surgical device includes a second member sized to be received within the recessed surface portion. A method includes locating a tissue fixation device at an opening to a bone hole, and increasing the size of the tissue fixation device by placing the tissue fixation device within a larger device.

Abstract: A door security apparatus is disclosed herein. The door security apparatus comprises a sleeve member, a door engagement member and a spacer, and is configured to engage a double-lever arm door closer to allow for the locking of a door from the inside. The apparatus further comprises a locking mechanism for keeping the apparatus attached to the door closer. The door engagement member is configured to engage the top edge of a door, the sleeve member is configured to slidably engage the double-lever arm door closer, and the spacer is configured to connect the door engagement member and the sleeve member.

Abstract: A tunneling device (10) for introduction into a body via a linearly extending guide (100) is formed as an elongated tunneling device (10) having an end portion (10E) bent to a predefined curvature. The elongated tunneling device (10) when confined in the linearly extending guide (100) is confined lengthwise in the guide (100). Upon movement of the tunneling device, advancing past the guide (100) into the body, the end portion (10E) of the tunneling device (10) returns to the predefined curvature without requiring any external physical resistance of load forces to initiate the bending.

Abstract: A fan assembly, fan housing, and associated methods are shown. Configurations and methods are shown that include reinforcing layers over a seam of a housing, such as a composite housing. In one example, both an inside and an outside of a seam are reinforced.

Abstract: A tunneling device (10) for introduction into a body via a linearly extending guide (100) is formed as an elongated tunneling device (10) having an end portion (10E) bent to a predefined curvature. The elongated tunneling device (10) when confined in the linearly extending guide (100) is confined lengthwise in the guide (100). Upon movement of the tunneling device, advancing past the guide (100) into the body, the end portion (10E) of the tunneling device (10) returns to the predefined curvature without requiring any external physical resistance of load forces to initiate the bending.

Abstract: A surgical device includes a member having first and second opposing surfaces. The member includes an intermediate portion in which the first surface has a recessed surface portion. The intermediate portion defines a hole extending from the recessed surface portion to the second surface. End portions extend from the intermediate portion, and each end portion defines a hole extending from the first surface to the second surface. The member has a tapered surface portion on the second surface. The surgical device includes a second member sized to be received within the recessed surface portion. A method includes locating a tissue fixation device at an opening to a bone hole, and increasing the size of the tissue fixation device by placing the tissue fixation device within a larger device.

Abstract: A surgical device includes a member having first and second opposing surfaces. The member includes an intermediate portion in which the first surface has a recessed surface portion. The intermediate portion defines a hole extending from the recessed surface portion to the second surface. End portions extend from the intermediate portion, and each end portion defines a hole extending from the first surface to the second surface. The member has a tapered surface portion on the second surface. The surgical device includes a second member sized to be received within the recessed surface portion. A method includes locating a tissue fixation device at an opening to a bone hole, and increasing the size of the tissue fixation device by placing the tissue fixation device within a larger device.